09/18/2006 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANIVING COMMISSION ' Monday,September 18,2006 6:00 o'clock p.m. 8. #06-3211 TED CAPRA,3534 IVY PLACE,VARIANCE,9:28—9:41 P.M. Ted Capra,Applicant,and Jeff Danberry,Builder,was present. Curtis stated in April of 2005,the applicants received a variance in order to construct a new home on their property to allow 30 percent hardcover within the 75-250 foot zone where 25 percent hardcover is normally allowed. In the time necessary to finalize the home design and prepare the buildings plans for a building permit,the hardcover variance expired. The applicant is now requesting a renewal of variances granted in 2005 in order to construct a new residence on an existing lot. The proposed house has an expanded footprint compared to that approved in 2005,but remains within the hardcover and lot coverage parameters approved. The following items are included in this renewal request: 1. Hardcover variance to permit 30 percent hardcover within the 75-250 foot zone where 25 percent is normally allowed. 2. Conditional use permit to allow land alterations within the 0-75 foot zone. Curtis stated the applicant has indicated the proposed driveway is necessary for him to pull in and out of his property with a truck and boat,and recommended the Planning Commission discuss that issue. Planning Staff recommends approval of the hardcover variance. Staff also recommends approval of the conditional use pernut to allow minimal grading within 75 feet of the lake in accordance with the City Engineer's recommendations. The applicant would still be able to achieve a walk-out style home without the extensive grading. , Capra indicated he was not able to commence construction on the house due to health problems experienced by his wife. Since that time he has attempted to redesign the house to a one-story,walk-out house to meet their needs. Capra stated he has not been able to design a one-story house within the 30 percent hardcover that was previously approved. Capra stated it would be easier to design a reasonable house if permeable pavers were allowed in Orono, noting that there are other ways to handle water runoff without being so restrictive on the hardcover. Capra stated it is necessary for him to back up into the neighbor's driveway with his boat because his own driveway cannot accommodate it. Bremer opened the public hearing at 9:35 p.m. Mary Drazan, 3546 Ivy Place, stated she would be in support of 35 percent hardcover. Jeff Danberry requested the Planning Commission allow additional hardcover to enable the applicant to turn around in his own driveway. Bremer closed the public hearing at 9:36 p.m. . PAGE 23